Category: <span>Green Home</span>

Where to Buy Heirloom, Non-GMO and Organic Seeds in Australia

Where to Buy Heirloom, Non-GMO and Organic Seeds in Australia

With more than half of Australia’s population under lockdown amidst a surge in COVID-19 cases as a result of the contagious delta variant, more Aussies are turning to gardening than ever before. Whether to increase self-reliance, pass the time or indulge in some ecotherapy, container gardening and growing organic food and flowers are fast becoming...

5 Budget-Friendly, No Cost Alternatives to Cling Wrap

5 Budget-Friendly, No Cost Alternatives to Cling Wrap

A common complaint within the green community is that sustainable living is expensive and when you scroll through Instagram, it’s easy to see why this belief continues to persist. Well-meaning sustainable lifestyle influencers and zero wasters – in their quest to earn money to pay their rent/mortgage, expenses and bills – will push eco consumer...

A Guide to Plastic-Free Beauty and Lifestyle Products Made in Australia

A Guide to Plastic-Free Beauty and Lifestyle Products Made in Australia

When you buy through our links, we may earn fees from our affiliate partners. Learn more. Australians are being forced to lock down once again as COVID-19 is detected across the country. As consumer confidence and spending plummets, Australian businesses are bracing themselves for the financial impact. To encourage eco-conscious Aussies to patronise and support small...

Plastic Free July: 10 Tips for a Month Without Single-Use Plastic

Plastic Free July: 10 Tips for a Month Without Single-Use Plastic

With the Australian National Plastics Plan now in place, and as state and territory governments announce their plans to phase out problematic single-use plastics such as cutlery, disposable, straws, plates and stirrers to combat the issue, the stage seems set for the biggest Plastic Free July yet.  From humble beginnings in 2011 when Australian founder Rebecca Prince-Ruiz and...

In a Landmark Judgment, the Federal Court Found the Environment Minister Has a Duty of Care to Young People

In a Landmark Judgment, the Federal Court Found the Environment Minister Has a Duty of Care to Young People

The Australian Federal Court delivered a landmark judgement on climate change, marking an important moment in our history. The class action case was brought on behalf of all Australian children and teenagers, against Environment Minister Sussan Ley. Their aim was to prevent Ley from possibly approving the Whitehaven coal mine extension project, near Gunnedah in...

Telstra Announces New Sustainable Packaging Commitment: Renewable or Recycled Materials Only

Telstra Announces New Sustainable Packaging Commitment: Renewable or Recycled Materials Only

Australia’s largest telecommunications company Telstra has announced new sustainable packaging standards that will see the business use only recycled or renewable materials in branded packaging by the end of 2022. This announcement comes on the back of climate and energy commitments the company announced last year including a commitment to achieve net-zero emissions (carbon neutrality) and reduce...

Sustainable Bedding Company ettitude Goes Climate Neutral

Sustainable Bedding Company ettitude Goes Climate Neutral

Melbourne-based sustainable bedding and homewares company ettitude is officially Climate Neutral certified. The brand has committed to measuring, reducing and offsetting all of the carbon emissions associated with its operations following Climate Neutral’s internationally recognised standards for carbon measurement, neutrality and offsetting. Last year, the brand offset its emissions by funding reforestation projects in Nicaragua through its...

UPPAREL Launches the World’s First Circular Flip Out Sofa for Kids

UPPAREL Launches the World’s First Circular Flip Out Sofa for Kids

Australian circular brand UPPAREL, B-Corp certified makers of sustainable socks and underwear, has just released the world’s first circular flip out children’s sofa, made from 100% upcycled textiles and recyclables. “Everything we do today is for the benefit of the next generation, so it made sense that our very first product was focused on the...